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Rescue efforts after Nepal flash floods at critical stage, Chinese officials say

More than 30 British nationals are among hundreds of people missing since Wednesday’s disaster.

Evening Standard

'Ran for our lives': Flood survivors recount terrifying escape from Nepal-Tibet disaster

Survivors of the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, some still missing friends and family members, shared harrowing accounts of their escape from raging floodwaters that brought devastation to the Himalayan border region, leaving more than 550 people dead and some 1,500 missing.

France 24

Nepal rescuers race to reach 100 trapped in hydropower tunnel after flash floods

Rescue teams say destruction from flash flood has made it difficult to even locate entry points of tunnel

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Glacier collapse that killed hundreds in Nepal was decades in the making, scientists say

The mountains around Nepal’s Langtang valley are warming at an exceptional rate, reshaping the region in ways that make ‘horrible incidents’ like this more likely, scientists tell Stuti Mishra

The Independent UK

Nepal-Tibet disaster linked to climate change – a glaciologist explains

The cause of the huge floods and debris flow on the border between Nepal and Tibet, which has caused hundreds of deaths, appears to have been an ice avalanche – the result of a huge piece of a glacier collapsing and cascading down the mountain more than 1,000 metres to…

The Conversation

New satellite images show China-Nepal border crossing completely wiped out in flash floods

Satellite images reveal the scale of destruction at key border crossing

The Independent UK

First Thing: Rescue efforts continue as death toll rises in Nepal-Tibet flood

More than 1,300 people are missing in Nepal and in Tibet after catastrophic flash floods. Plus: Six months of the war in Iran

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Nepal floods: Morgues overflow with bodies, authorities turn to dry ice, electric crematorium

Nepal is facing a grim challenge after the devastating Bhotekoshi floods, with bodies being recovered across several districts and morgues running out of space.

The Times of India

Mumbai doctor on Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with wife went missing in Nepal; he has spent 30 years climbing Himalayan mountains and even organised Everest expedition once

Mumbai doctor Milind Chitley, who spent three decades exploring the Himalayas, went missing in Nepal with his wife Janhavi while on a Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Chitley had led a 61-member group, organised an Everest expedition and climbed above 23,000 feet on Kanchenjunga during his long mountaineering career.

The Economic Times

How to help after Nepal and Tibet's catastrophic floods

Humanitarian organizations are mobilizing to aid survivors along the Nepal-China border after catastrophic floods struck the region Wednesday

The Independent UK

Nepal flash floods: 320 Indian nationals still missing, 21 rescued Tamil Nadu tourists land in Delhi, says MEA

320 Indian nationals remain uncontactable following devastating flash floods in Nepal. Fresh rescues and safe evacuations of stranded citizens have been reported by officials. India's relief efforts include sending a third flight with essential supplies to Nepal. The situation remains dynamic as authorities work to reconcile multiple lists of missing…

The Economic Times

Before Nepal floods, Himalayan glacier reports had warned of rising risks

Himalayan glaciers are melting at an accelerating pace, doubling ice loss rates since 2000. These glaciers provide water for nearly two billion people downstream. Small glaciers are shrinking faster, posing immediate water shortage risks. Glacier area loss is highest in eastern Hengduan Shan mountains. Expanded monitoring and adaptation investment are…

The Economic Times

Families of South Koreans missing in Nepal floods seek urgent helicopter access

Nine South Koreans remain missing after a catastrophic flash flood in Nepal. Families are urging authorities to secure helicopter access for a critical search operation. A South Korean rapid response team awaits flight clearance to reach the affected disaster area. Nepalese authorities stated they do not require foreign assistance for…

The Economic Times

'7–8% of world will be devastated': Did Baba Vanga foresee a disastrous 2026? The truth behind the viral prediction

Baba Vanga’s alleged predictions have once again drawn attention following the recent devastation in Nepal. However, there are no verified primary sources confirming these specific prophecies. Baba Vanga, a Bulgarian mystic who lived from 1911 to 1996, has long been associated with predictions about major world events, although many claims…

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The Independent UK

‘Everyone is dead. I’ve lost everything’: Survivors of Nepal’s flood come to grips with death and destruction

IN DEPTH: Aid agencies say the rough terrain is making it difficult to reach the worst-affected areas, as 538 people are confirmed dead in catastrophic floods in Nepal after a glacial landslide, Alisha Rahaman Sarkar reports

The Times of India

Indian-origin US couple on group pilgrimage to Mount Kailash goes missing after Nepal-Tibet floods

An Indian-origin US couple from Texas has gone missing during a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash after devastating flash floods and mudslides struck the Nepal-Tibet border, with around 90 US citizens unaccounted for, according to US officials.

The Times of India

Nepal floods: 117 tourists rescued, 85 Indians among them; death toll rises over 500

A total of 117 tourists have been rescued from flood-hit areas of Nepal, including 85 Indians, the Nepal Tourism Board said on Friday, as rescue operations continued for a third day following devastating flash floods.

The Guardian - UK

Which countries have citizens killed or missing after Nepal-Tibet flash flood?

Hundreds of foreigners were in area to work, take guided treks or make pilgrimages when disaster struck

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Nepal-Tibet flood rescue efforts resume after being halted by overflowing lake

Risk of fresh flooding had forced rescue teams to withdraw as residents rushed up hills to escape possible river surge

The Times of India

Fresh flood threat for Nepal as barrier lake breaches near China border

A large barrier lake near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers in Nepal has reportedly breached, raising fears of another surge of water into the Bhotekoshi River.

The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi INDIA bloc's 2029 PM candidate: Tamil Nadu minister P Viswanathan

Tamil Nadu Minister P Viswanathan declared Rahul Gandhi the INDIA bloc's prime ministerial candidate for 2029. A ministerial committee was dispatched to Nepal to assist flood victims. Dedicated control rooms are monitoring the ongoing relief efforts around the clock. The minister defended Assembly proceedings as a vital forum for debate.…

Euronews

Nepal: army rescues hundreds as diaspora mourns lives lost

Nepal’s army rescues hundreds from a flooded hydropower tunnel as more than 1,500 remain missing, while the Nepali diaspora holds vigils in New York.

International Business Times UK

Did Elephants Rescue Humans Trapped in a Raging River During The Great Nepal-Tibet Flood? Here's The Truth

A viral video of an elephant rescuing a person from floodwaters is misleadingly linked to the Nepal-Tibet floods. Fact-checking confirms the footage predates the disaster and is unrelated.

The Times of India

Nepal floods: How two reports warned of this disaster months ago

Recent floods in Nepal and Tibet followed ICIMOD's warnings about melting glaciers. These reports highlighted doubled ice loss rates and increased flood risks across the region. A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse killed hundreds and left many missing. Smaller glaciers are shrinking faster, intensifying hazards like glacial…

The Economic Times

"She was coming for Raksha Bandhan": Brother of NRI woman missing in Nepal after flash flood

An NRI couple from Vadodara is missing in Nepal after devastating flash floods struck the country. The family has appealed to the Indian government for swift rescue efforts and intensified operations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern and assured support for Nepal's relief assistance. Nepal's flash floods have caused…

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